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Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet is a product of Propel Healthcare

Composition: Clonazepam (0.25mg)

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Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet

Description:

Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat epilepsy (seizures) and anxiety disorder. It helps to decrease the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells and calms the brain.

Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor as it has a high potential of habit-forming. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. You should not stop this medicine suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase the seizure frequency and can cause nausea, anxiety, flu-like symptoms, and muscle pain.

Some common side effects of this medicine include fatigue, depression and impaired coordination. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It is important to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or depression as this medicine may cause suicidal thoughts.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Lonacalm

  • Abnormal behavior
  • Constipation
  • Blurred vision
  • Chubbyigue
  • Sleepiness
  • Influenza
  • Pain during periods
  • Memory impairment
  • Dizziness
  • Cognitive impairment
  • Abnormality of voluntary movements
  • Depression
  • Tenseness
  • Upper respiratory tract infection
  • Allergic reaction
  • Challengingy in speaking
  • Emotional lability
  • Decreased libido
  • Drowsiness

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
UNSAFE
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Employ of Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet can cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
UNSAFE
Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.

FAQs:

Is Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet a sleeping pill?

Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines called benzodiazepines and is used to treat anxiety, stop seizures (fits) or relax tense muscles. This can also help relieve difficulty sleeping (insomnia), and is usually prescribed for a short period of time, if used to treat sleeping problems. You should take it in the dose and duration advised by the doctor.

Does Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet cause sleepiness? If yes, then should I stop driving while taking Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet?

Affirmative, Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet causes drowsiness very commonly. It also causes forgetfulness and affects muscular function which may adversely affect your ability to drive. Sometimes, drowsiness persists even on the following day. So, in case Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet makes you sleepy and affects your alertness, you should avoid driving.

For how long should I take Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet?

The duration of treatment with Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet is mainly as short as possible. Your doctor will evaluate you after 4 weeks of treatment in order to assess the need for continuation of treatment, especially if you do not have any symptoms. Earlier taking you off this medicine, your doctor may gradually decrease your dose to prevent any withdrawal side effects. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the most benefit.

Is it safe to take Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet and alcohol together?

No, it is not at all recommended to take alcohol with Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet since it can cause breathing problems, sleepiness and heart problems. Taking Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet with alcohol may make you sleepy and your breathing may become so shallow that you may not wake up. This may even lead to death.

Is Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet addictive?

People taking Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet in high doses or for a long term may become addicted to it. Also, people with a history of alcoholism and drug abuse are more likely to become addicted to Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet. Therefore, Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet should be taken for the shortest possible time and in the lowest effective dose.

Can I stop taking Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet if I start feeling better?

No, do not stop taking Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet suddenly as you may experience withdrawal effects like depression, nervousness, difficulty in sleeping, irritability, sweating, upset stomach or diarrhea. Stopping it suddenly may even bring back the symptoms and make them harder to treat. You may also experience mood changes, anxiety, restlessness and changes in sleep patterns. These effects may occur even after taking low doses for a short period of time.

Are there any foods we need to avoid while taking Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet?

Affirmative, you should avoid taking foods containing caffeine such as tea, coffee, chocolates etc., while taking Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet. This is because caffeine stimulates your brain and Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet calms the brain. So, taking too much caffeine can affect the calming ability of this medicine and worsen your condition. Also, you should avoid taking alcohol while on treatment with Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet. Alcohol can cause excessive sleepiness and make you more drowsy and inattentive. Communicate to your doctor if you have any other doubts regarding your diet while taking Lonacalm 0.25mg Tablet.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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